30-second biology - N. H. Battey

The 50 most thought-provoking theories of life, each explained in half
a minute.

30-Second Biology tackles the vital science of life, dissecting the 50 mostthought-provoking theories of our ecosystem and ourselves. At a timewhen discoveries in DNA allow us to feel more connected than ever to thenatural world, this is the fastest route to an understanding of the tree oflife. Whether you're dipping into the gene pool, unlocking cells, orconversing on biodiversity, this is all the knowledge you need to bring lifeto the dinner-party debate.

• An internationally bestselling series presents essential concepts in a mere 30 seconds, 300 words, and one image;
• The 50 most important ideas and innovations in biology dissected and explained clearly without the clutter;
• The fastest way to learn about cells, reproduction, animals, plants, evolution and ecosystems.